Utah Valley Weddings Spring 2024

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58 HANNAH & BRAYDEN

60 KATIE & COLT

62 EMMA & ANDREW

64 MAKENNA & BRADEN

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Legally and Lawfully Married

Using a Utah County Digital Marriage License

By Russ J Rampton, Supervisor of Digital Services,

Wedding planning is a wonderful but hectic time with countless decisions to make concerning venues, photographers, gowns, cakes, guestlists, and so much more. In all the planning, don’t forget that one little thing you will need if you want your union to be legally binding: a marriage license.

In 2019, Utah County developed a completely of its kind and remains a unique innovation. The new 2023 upgrade makes it even easier for couples to apply for their marriage license on their own time from any location. No one to paper.

Everything is done in four easy steps:

Access the application at https://marriage.utahcounty.gov

Although marriage licenses are issued at in Utah can be used anywhere in the state of Utah. There is no waiting period for a marriage license in Utah, but it must be used within 32 days of issuance. We recommend getting your license 10-14 days prior to your wedding.

The weeks just before your wedding can be a crazy time so use the reminder service on our website to get an alert when it is time to apply. Select your wedding date and we’ll send you reminders with a link to the online marriage license application. An email comes two weeks

week before.

As part of the application, you will use a smart phone to capture images of your government-

The system recognizes many identity cards including driver’s licenses from every US state and passports from nearly every country.

The base price for a Utah County marriage license is $50, but state law requires counties with an online application system to charge an extra $20 to fund the Utah Marriage Commission and its mission to encourage a healthy culture of strong marriages and stable families. As an incentive, sometimes called the marriage education discount, this fee is waived for couples who have completed pre-marital education or counseling. To access free resources including courses, podcasts, webinars, assessments, and handbooks, visit the commission’s website at http://extension.usu.edu/strongermarriage

Before you enter your credit/debit card number on the license payment screen you can enter your course code or otherwise indicate the type of education or counseling to waive the $20 fee.

you have completed the application, and paid the required fees, you’ll be issued a digital marriage license. You then need to share it with the person who will performing your wedding

You will receive an email with instructions for using your digital license. Use the “Send digital

Step 1. Apply for your marriage license online.

Step 2. Send your digital

for using it. You also have the option to share worksheet. Everything is digital and we won’t send you any paper prior to your ceremony.

If you have a special person you want to

to do so, they can apply to be a County Clerk Designee at https://marriage.utahcounty.gov.

want a simple ceremony performed by a Deputy Clerk, you can schedule a ceremony to held appearance.

Step 4. Receive digital and

your marriage is in the records of the Utah County Clerk, and you will each receive an email

technology. The next business day a paper seal will be mailed to the address you provided during the application process.

legal things that follow your marriage such as changing your name and qualifying for spousal legal documents but know that you can always purchase additional copies from the county for $10 at any time.

Wedding ceremonies are as unique and special as the couple getting married, but they all have a few things in common.

two of you through the process of proclaiming your love and willing commitment to one another through a ceremony consistent with your religious beliefs, cultural traditions, or life philosophies. This must be done in the presence of at least two witnesses. Upon married.

use the link or QR code you shared with them location of your ceremony, and the names of and clicking submit their job is done.

The purpose of the Utah County Marriage

couples the rights associated with marriage relationships. We strive to provide this public service with the greatest convenience to you and the minimum interference from us whether you visit our website, send us an email, give us a

The Utah County Digital Marriage License System is transformative by design, not just a replication of the paper process in a digital space. It intentionally changes the way that you,

delivered to you as conveniently, securely, and quickly as possible

111 S University Ave, Provo, UT 84601

Website: marriage.utahcounty.gov

Social Media: @UtahMarriageClerk

Email: marriage@utahcounty.gov

Phone: 801-851-8109

Step 3. Have your wedding ceremony.

THE WEDDING OF HALEY & KEEGAN

PHOTOGRAPHER: KAMBRIA MARIE PHOTOGRAPHY

THE WEDDING OF LAUREN & MICHAEL

PHOTOGRAPHER: KRISTY SHUMWAY PHOTOGRAPHY

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THE WEDDING OF LIBERTY & STEVE

PHOTOGRAPHER: ALLICHELLE PHOTOGRAPHY

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SPRAY TANS: The Ultimate Guide to a Flawless Wedding Glow

By Maddie Milledge-Swenson, Owner & Founder of MADZ TANS

There is always that one thing that brings everything together. Whether it is the cake topper to your wedding cake, adding that one flower to your bouquet, or finding the perfect earrings to add to your bridal jewelry. This is how I feel about a custom airbrush spray tan! Since starting MADZ TANS in October of 2022, I have helped hundreds of brides achieve their wedding tan goals. Spray tans are one of the best things you can add to your bridal look.

I have loved helping brides from all over the U.S. find the perfect tan for their special day! Here are some of my tips and tricks for the best bridal tan.

Photo credit: @haleyadellphoto

Schedule a trial tan or two before your big day.

Spray tans are something that must be customizable to you. It is not a one shade fits all endeavor! Scheduling a trial tan or two helps ensure you achieve the exact type of glow you want for your wedding day!

What I have found works best is scheduling one for a photo shoot, such as bridals or engagements, and then scheduling one for either your engagement party or bridal shower! Why these? Scheduling a tan for some type of photoshoot, allows you to see how your tan will photograph. Then, scheduling a second trial for an event, allows you to adjust or add anything you would like to the tan and fi nalize what you are going to do for your bridal tan!

The perfect timing to schedule your tan.

Perfect timing is everything! My favorite time for brides to get their tans is two days before any event or photoshoot and one day before any trip. This is another thing you can incorporate into your trial tans! It is important to find the best time frame that works for you. A spray tan’s life span is typically seven to ten days. The life span of a tan depends on proper preparation and aftercare for the tan. Proper preparation and aftercare can be found on www.madztans.com.

Is a spray tan right for me?

Before getting their first tan, some brides will question whether or not it is worth it to get a tan for their wedding day. After our first appointment together, they always say it was the best thing they could have done! It is the best confidence boost. Customizing the right shade for you should be one of the main priorities in any spray tan appointment. When scheduling your tan, make sure to book with a spray tan artist that specializes in bridal tans!

Spray tan artists should always make it a goal to find the shade and solution that best suits your skin type and tone. Whether it be that you want a subtle tint of color to even out your complexion and bring warmth to your skin, or to achieve a deep bronze tan, we will get you glowing the way you want!

Get your Glow on!

Throughout growing my business, I have found one of my favorite things is helping brides feel their most confident and beautiful selves. I pride myself on being extremely detailoriented to ensure that your tan feels like you. A spray tan should always add to your beauty and never distract from it. Having been a bride myself, it is always important to value how you feel on your big day. I am so grateful for the relationships I have built with my clients. It is an honor to be a part of their bridal journey! MADZ TANS will always bring you an experience that will leave you feeling glowing!

Brides who book with MADZ TANS receive a buy one tan, get one tan free deal! To book an appointment head to www.madztans.com.

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PAIGE & CHASE

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A FAIRY TALE AT WADLEY FARMS

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model: Maisie Mercer and Ray Amar | venue: Wadley Farms | shoot soordinator: Ashley Dugan

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BLUSH MEETS BLUE

PHOTOGRAPHER: SARAH LAYNE PHOTO & DESIGN

photographer & planner: Sarah Layne Photo & Design | venue: River Bridge Event Center

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Where do I start when it comes to my Wedding Flowers?

By Jessica J Fox with White Fox Floral

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Our Top 10 tips when it comes

Don’t feel you have to have all the details sort through options with you, provide our point of view, and give guidance.

Weddings are a celebration of you two. Above all else, they are meant to be fun. If at any time planning for your wedding feels overwhelming, look for a way to simplify things.

Be open with us about your budget so we can help you make the best decisions. We’re happy to provide guidance on which elements are worth investing in and how to make the most of your budget.

Flowers are a wonderful way to add a from considering colors and tones that are beyond your broader wedding color palette to add depth and interest.

This is YOUR day!! There are no real ‘rules’

wedding day as an opportunity to focus on the pieces that are most important to the two of you, rather than feeling you must do ‘x, y or z’.

and put them in order of priority. Do this by spending time on instagram/pinterest getting ideas and brainstorming. Find images, colors, and moods that you love.

Remember that we are at the mercy of

are only available for a few weeks in the year. To get the most out of your design blooms to us.

with the budget you have. This is the best possible way for them to bring your vision to life. Floral design is an art. Be open to the designer’s ideas and avoid being overly

a small collection of 5-6 reference photos to help you communicate your likes and dislikes. Rather than stretch your budget across a bunch of smaller items, focus on spending your money on highly photographed pieces such as ceremony backdrops or extravagant must for you. We suggest highlighting only the important guests, such as close family. This makes it easy for other guests and photographers to quickly identify who your important people are.

You are purchasing a service along with products, materials, time, gas, employees, less stress, and more.

Great! You now have some ideas behind you so

That is perfectly okay. You aren’t supposed to know all the things! That is why we are here! We love what we do and want to help you. We know all the things so you don’t have to!

Here are some of our most frequently asked questions:

“What do I need to know

Absolutely nothing! Seriously, you don’t need to or what colors roses come in. That is why you

What you DO need to know is that hiring a own design style. form. You are more than welcome to attach photos of arrangements that you love. They can use your photos as a reference when creating your designs.

Just remember that you are hiring us for our greenery in their arrangements just like not whose work you simply LOVE and your wedding

“How much should I expect

One of the most important things you can come But what does a realistic budget look like? Here is a general guide.

$1k - $3k Elopements & Intimate/Small Weddings (bridal bouquet, boutonniere, small ceremony backdrop)

$4k - $8k Medium Weddings (Bridal Party, Centerpieces & Ceremony Backdrop, Added

$9k - $20k Large Weddings

$20k+ A Greater Abundance

Still need more info? Check out our budget calculator online for more information. Just select the items needed and receive a guided quote.

“What do I bring to a consultation information from you. To make this answer simpler, I will tell you just a few of the most important things.

1. A budget!

Don’t forget you are purchasing more than their time, materials, employees, expertise, and surprise you. When you provide us with a budget (any budget) we will provide you in return with what that budget can get you. From there you can decide if you want to spend more or less money.

2. Wishlist of items

Your wishlist might be bigger than your budget. That is why we call it a wishlist. This list should have the items wanted listed by priority. We will take the items requested and come up with the best possible options for your budget.

3. Venue Location and venue accessibility times

Remember when I said you are buying more time we will have at the venue to set up, how many employees we will need to bring, and what the delivery fee will cost.

4. Inspiration photos or your pinterest board. We need to understand your vision. These photos will help with that and are also used as a reference when creating your designs. Do because you love their style. They will not replicate a photo for you. You deserve a design that is unique to you.

These are just a few of the important things

Okay! Yay! Now you have a bit of knowledge

process might look like, and where to get started. Congratulations! Your day will be amazing! Let’s celebrate!!

For more information, tips, and education

We are here to help. We have made a process that is as simple and stress free as possible. Let us solve your problems and answer all of your questions with transparency and honesty.

professionals so you can enjoy your special day along with your family and friends. As it should be!

All the love,

Jessie J Fox

White Fox Floral

• CATERING

THE BAKING BLONDE CO

SHOULD I CONSIDER A SMALLER SIZE WEDDING CAKE?

Yes, I’m a lover of small wedding cakes! I know it might not be for all, but consider a small cake for just the bride and groom! Something the two can enjoy. It’s very cost effective. There is no stress in cutting/serving a big cake and pairing the cake with a dessert table is a great way for guests to pick and choose from their likings! And don’t worry a small cake will always be an eye catcher!

CHARCUTERIE BY RYLEE

HOW DO I PLAN FOR A CATERER?

When planning the catering at your wedding, a good rule of thumb is to expect 75% of your guest list to attend. If you invited 200, expect 150 to show up. Also, don’t be afraid to ask for special requests from your caterer! As a caterer, I am always looking for ways that I can customize and personalize each and every event I do. It makes for a memorable and elevated experience.

ELYSSA ANDERSON UTAH HAIR AND MAKEUP ARTIST

WHAT CAN I DO TO HELP MY HAIR AND MAKEUP FEEL LIKE “ME” ON MY WEDDING DAY?

One of my favorite moments of the wedding day is when you get to see yourself for the ready, surrounded by people who love you. In that moment I want to see yourself with the same love and tenderness that your

An essential part of preparing to enjoy that feeling is our bridal consultation. Long before the wedding day we get together to talk about what you love about your personality and how we want to showcase you, we look through all the pinterest boards and inspiration photos you’ve been loving, and we try on styles customizing along the

Our bridal consultation gives peace of mind knowing way before the big day that you’ll

Codi Baxter @thebakingblondeco

Elyssa Anderson @elyssa.hairandmakeup

Photo: Elyssa Anderson

Photo: Sadie June Photography

Rylee White @charcuteriebyrylee

Q&A from your LOCAL PROS

• PHOTOGRAPHY

• GOWN

SHOULD I ASK MY PHOTOGRAPHER TO SEE A FULL WEDDING GALLERY FROM A WEDDING THEY’VE SHOT?

100% yes! Photographers love opportunities to show you their hard work, and asking them to see a full wedding gallery from a prior wedding they shot will give you a good idea of what to expect for your own wedding day! This can help you gauge the photographer’s style, skills, experience, and overall compatibility with your personal preferences and expectations as a soon-to-be bride. Asking to see galleries can really help photographer for your special day!

WHAT IS A BESPOKE WEDDING GOWN?

Bespoke wedding gowns are custom made gowns that are designed for the individual bride and allow them to be part of the designing process with the designer. These are one own personal style, fabric choice, and overall wedding theme. A bride

while creating the gown. Prices are determined by fabric, timeline, and details added to the gown. If you have always dreamed of having that one of a kind gown and haven’t been

• VENUE

WHITE SHANTY VENUE

HOW DO I KNOW HOW MUCH TIME TO BOOK AT MY VENUE?

Just as varied as the colors, theme and feel of your day is your timeline and how you want the day to go from the moment you get out of bed until your sendoff. When planning your day it is best to allocate time for everything from arrival for hair/makeup to wedding party photos and any special dances. If you are asking quests to travel for a ceremony and/or reception make sure to allow enough time for those traveling from far distances to enjoy the celebration without feeling too rushed.

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BRIDALS

EVANN & CONNOR

PHOTOGRAPHER: MICHELLE RAE PHOTOGRAPHY

BRIDALS

HANNAH & BRAYDEN

PHOTOGRAPHER: KAYLEE KINDER PHOTOGRAPHY

venue - Thanksgiving Point Ashton Gardens

BRIDALS

KATIE & COLT

PHOTOGRAPHER: MICHELLE RAE PHOTOGRAPHY

ENGAGEMENTS

EMMA & ANDREW

PHOTOGRAPHER: ERIKA TAYLOR PHOTO

ENGAGEMENTS

MAKENNA & BRADEN

PHOTOGRAPHER: KRISTY SHUMWAY PHOTOGRAPHY

ENGAGEMENTS

SHELBIE & LUKE

PHOTOGRAPHER: MAYA BUCK VISUALS